Safety Warnings

General Safety Warnings

  • PRIOR TO USING ANY PRODUCT FROM THIS CATALOG, CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS, WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION THAT ACCOMPANY OR THAT ARE CONTAINED ON THE PRODUCT.
  • IT IS THE OWNER’S/USER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO EVALUATE THE SUITABILITY OF ANY CARGO SECURING DEVICE OR OTHER PRODUCT, FOR ANY PARTICULAR NEED OR APPLICATION. CHECK ALL APPLICABLE INDUSTRY, TRADE ASSOCIATION, FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL REGULATIONS.
  • ALL RATINGS REFERENCED IN THIS CATALOG ARE FOR PRODUCTS IN NEW CONDITION. AGE, WEAR, DAMAGE, DETERIORATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE CAN GREATLY REDUCE STRENGTH. ALL PRODUCTS SHOULD BE REGULARLY INSPECTED AND ANY WORN, CUT, AGED, DAMAGED, MISUSED, OVERUSED OR IMPROPERLY MAINTAINED PRODUCT SHOULD BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY.
  • IN MOST CASES, WORKING LOAD LIMITS REFERENCED IN THIS CATALOG ARE RATED AT ONE-THIRD OF THE BREAKING STRENGTH. RATINGS ARE BASED ON A STRAIGHT TENSILE PULL. LOAD DIRECTIONS OTHER THAN STRAIGHT CAN RESULT IN A SIGNIFICANT REDUCTION IN BREAKING STRENGTH.
  • LISTED BREAKING STRENGTHS DO NOT IMPLY ANY PARTICULAR WORKING LOAD LIMIT.
  • ALL CARGO RESTRAINING ASSEMBLIES OR SYSTEMS ARE ONLY AS STRONG AS THE WEAKEST COMPONENT, INCLUDING THE POINT OF ATTACHMENT. CAUTION: NEVER EXCEED WORKING LOAD LIMIT.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS OR PROPER USE, CARE AND INSPECTION CRITERIA MAY RESULT IN CARGO DAMAGE, SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. THESE PRODUCTS ARE USED ENTIRELY AT THE USERS' OWN RISK. USE OF THESE PRODUCTS DEMONSTRATES UNDERSTANDING OF THE WARNINGS AND THE RISKS INVOLVED.

WINCH WARNINGS:

  • All PCC winches have been manufactured to ensure proper pawl-to-gear/sprocket engagement through the forces of gravity when positioned, installed and used properly. Winches should be installed so the user can readily see the pawl to ensure proper engagement. Winches should never be installed in a position where the user must hold the pawl to engage the gear/sprocket tooth. All winches except bolt-on, portable and slider winch designs, must be welded to the trailer frame. Minimum welding requirements are 1/4 inch fillet weld, 4 inches long on both sides of the winch frame and 1/8 inch penetration. Welding may emit toxic fumes. Welding should be done by trained personnel with adequate ventilation and proper safety equipment.
  • To ensure user safety when tightening or loosening winches, always maintain a firm grip on the winch tightening bar. Never release a winch bar from its leveraged position without checking the pawl to ensure that it is fully engaged between the gear/sprocket teeth. Releasing a winch bar without the pawl being properly engaged can cause serious injury to the user or bystanders. Pacific recommends the use of a slip resistant handle winch bar specifically designed to tighten or loosen winches. Only winch bars designed to be used with winches shall be used to tension and release the tiedown. (PCC Winch Bar Part No.s 7002, 7003, 7004, and 7005, refer to PCC's Flatbed Products Catalog).
  • Winches should never be used as pulling or lifting devices.
  • "Cheater Bars" or "Extenders" should never be used with winch bars.
  • All binders should be checked during transit and re-tensioned as required by Department of Transportation Regulations, 49 CFR Part 392, Section 392.9(b)(2)&(b)(3).

TRACK WARNINGS:

  • Welding may emit toxic fumes. Welding should be done by trained personnel with adequate ventilation and proper safety equipment.

WINCH BAR WARNINGS:

  • Failure to comply with this warning may result in serious personal injury or death.
  • Inspect winch or chain binder and winch bar for defects before each use. Do not use if defective, broken, worn, cracked or deformed. Do not repair, remove from service immediately.
  • Never extend or alter the winch bar. Keep both feet flat on ground during use.
  • This product is used entirely at the user's own risk. Use of this product demonstrates understanding of this warning and the risks involved.
  • Refer to applicable federal, state or local regulations for loading & transportation requirements.

When using a winch bar with winches:

  • Winch bar point must be inserted through two holes in winch cap during use. Failure to properly insert winch bar point may cause damage or failure of the winch or winch bar, leading to serious personal injury and death.
  • Position body out of rotation path in case of winch bar slippage.
  • During tightening and before releasing the tiedown assembly, the winch pawl must be checked for correct engagement.

If using a winch bar with optional chain binder cradle with chain binders:

  • Follow chain binder manufacturer's recommendations.
  • Chain binder handle must be fully inserted and securely locked in winch bar cradle. Failure to properly secure chain binder handle in winch bar may cause damage or failure of the winch bar or chain binder, leading to serious personal injury or death.
  • Position body out of rotation path in case of winch bar slippage.

CHAIN BINDER WARNINGS:

LOAD BINDING SYSTEMS STORE ENERGY THAT CAN RELEASE SUDDENLY, CAUSING INJURY. STAY CLEAR OF BINDER, AS IT CAN SUDDENLY RELEASE WITH FORCE.

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS WARNING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH, OR CARGO DAMAGE. THIS PRODUCT IS USED ENTIRELY AT THE USER'S OWN RISK. USE OF THIS PRODUCT DEMONSTRATES UNDERSTANDING OF THE WARNING AND RISKS INVOLVED.

  • Inspect entire load binder before each use. Do not use if defective or deformed; do not repair; immediately remove from service.
  • Do not use lever bars or cheater bars when tightening chain binders.
  • Tighten chain by positioning the load binder so the handle can be pulled downward.
  • When operating, stand securely on the ground; do not stand on the load.
  • Secure handle to chain when in use.
  • Use caution when releasing load. Position body out of handle path, it may whip.
  • Refer to applicable Federal, State, or Local regulations.
  • Clean and lubricate all moving parts periodically.
  • Keep this label for future reference.

NEVER EXCEED THE WORKING LOAD LIMIT (WLL). REMEMBER, ALL ASSEMBLIES ARE ONLY AS STRONG AS THEIR WEAKEST POINT, INCLUDING THE POINT OF ATTACHMENT.

GENERAL HARDWARE WARNINGS:

  • These items are rated with breaking strength. Listed breaking strengths do not imply any particular working load limit. It is up to the manufacturer/assembler to determine working load limit. The working load limit shall not exceed 1/3 of the hardware's breaking strength.

RUBBER TARP STRAP WARNINGS:

  • Eye protection during connection and disconnection is required. Discard any or all Rubber Tarp Straps if cut or cracked or if "S" Hooks are bent, damaged or corroded
  • PCC Rubber Tarp Straps are designed solely to hold tarps in place. Tarp straps should not be used for restraining or securing cargo.
  • Over tensioning may cause the tarp strap to rupture!
  • Sudden rupture or sudden disconnection while in the stretched position may cause serious personal injury.

WEBBING STRAP ASSEMBLY WARNINGS:

  • Inspect entire assembly before each use. Do not use if hardware is defective; webbing is burnt, melted, cut, frayed, abraded, altered, or if any damage to assembly is seen.
  • Warranty is void if strap is cut, abraded or subjected to abnormal wear and tear.
  • DO NOT EXCEED WORKING LOAD LIMIT (WLL). DO NOT USE FOR LIFTING, TOWING OR PERSONAL RESTRAINT.
  • Ratchets, buckles, cams or other tensioning or locking devices must be closed and in locked position when used.
  • Strength significantly reduced if load path is not in a straight line.
  • Avoid sharp edges. Use corner protectors per federal law.
  • Protect webbing from heat, hot surfaces & acids. Do not store in sunlight.
  • Do not repair webbing, hardware or stitching. Remove from service immediately.
  • Anchor points must be rated equal to or greater than assembly strength.
  • Do not use 'cheater bars' or lever bars on hardware when tensioning.
  • Per Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration 49 CFR Part 393.106(d)

The aggregate working load limit of tiedowns used to secure an article or group of articles against movement must be at least one-half times the weight of the article or group of articles. The aggregate working load limit is the sum of:

  1. One-half the working load limit of each tiedown that goes from an anchor point on the vehicle to an anchor point on an article of cargo;
  2. One-half the working load limit of each tiedown that is attached to an anchor point on the vehicle, passes through, over, or around the article of cargo, and is then attached to the anchor point on the same side of the vehicle.
  3. The working load limit for each tiedown that goes from an anchor point on the vehicle, through, over, or around the article of cargo, and then attaches to another anchor point on the other side of the vehicle.

Per Canada National Safety Code for Motor Carriers, NSC Standard 10 Cargo Securement

Minimum Strength of Securement System

  1. In this section, the 'aggregate working load limit' is the sum of One-Half of the working load limit for each end section of a tiedown that is attached to an anchor point.
  2. The aggregate working load limit of the cargo securement system used to secure an article of cargo on or within a vehicle shall not be less than 50% of the weight of the article.
  3. The aggregate working load limit of the cargo securement system used to secure a group of articles of cargo on or within a vehicle shall not be less than 50% of the total weight of the group.

Owners/users of cargo restraint equipment should be familiar with the above documents in their entirety as applicable.

OVERHEAD LIFTING SLING WARNINGS:

  • Synthetic products can fail if damaged, misused or overloaded. Inspect before each use. Not for use by untrained personnel. Death or injury can occur from improper use, maintenance or lack of inspection.
  • Synthetic products can be cut by contact with load edges. Padding of sufficient strength and thickness must be used to protect the sling.
  • Do not use to pull on objects in a snagged or constrained condition.
  • Never use slings when the load will slip or slide. This loss of control can result in sling failure. Always control the load.
  • Do not use if red core warning yarns or inner core fibers are visible. Do not use if cuts, abrasions, knots or other defects are present.
  • Never overload the sling beyond the working load limits. Always take into account the effect that angles have on sling capacity.
  • Never expose to alkalis, acids, caustics and temperatures over 180 degrees(F)/ 82 degrees(C).
  • Do not expose to extensive sunlight or ultraviolet light.
  • Do not use if attached fittings are damaged, stretched, distorted or corroded.

O.S.H.A. - Removal from Service Criteria (Excerpts from CFR 29 1910.184 - 7/1/90)
Synthetic web slings shall be immediately removed from service if any of the following conditions are present:

  1. Acid or caustic burns.
  2. Melting or charring of any part of the sling surface.
  3. Snags, punctures, tears or cuts.
  4. Broken or worn stitches.
  5. Distortion of fittings.

A.N.S.I. - Removal from Service Criteria (Excerpts from ASME B30.9A - 9/22/97)
A sling shall be removed from service if damage such as the following is visible and shall only be returned to service when approved by a designated person:

  1. Acid or caustic burns.
  2. Melting or charring of any part of the sling.
  3. Holes, tears, cuts or snags.
  4. Broken or worn stitching in load bearing splices.
  5. Excessive abrasive wear.
  6. Knots in any part of the sling.
  7. Excessive pitting or corrosion, or cracked, distorted or broken fittings.
  8. Other visible damage that causes doubt as to the strength of the sling.

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